The Summer semester is intentionally designed to support students who want to remain active and continue chipping away at their degree requirements without taking a seasonal break. Because fewer students enroll during this term, class sizes are often smaller – creating a more focused and personalized learning experience. Course offerings typically center on general education and core ministry requirements, ensuring the schedule provides practical, high-value options that meet the needs of the broadest range of students.
SUMMER A TERM (Begins Wednesday, May 6 and Ends Tuesday, June 30)
BIB110 New Testament Survey (Dr. Taehyun Lee)
BIB150 Hermeneutics I (Dr. Jesse Joyner)
ENG101 Grammar & Composition (Professor Christopher Liverman)
ENG105 Academic Writing and Critical Research (Dr. Ron DeBerry)
GEN102 Orientation and Library Resources (Dr. Ron DeBerry)
GEN401 Senior Seminar and Career Preparedness (Dr. Ron DeBerry)
HUM301 Contemporary Moral Issues (Dr. Jacob Al Hassan)
MAT115 Elements of Mathematics (Dr. Paul Thee)
MIN104 Spiritual Formation II (Professor Tara Korpi)
MIN112 Relational Outreach and Personal Evangelism (Pastor Kevin Willis)
MIN275 Non-Profit Financial Management (Professor Jamé Bolds)
MIS220 The Biblical and Theological Basis for Missions and Contemporary Issues (Faculty TBD)
SCI101 Life Science (Dr. Karina Negron)
THE230 Eschatology (Dr. Taehyun Lee)
SUMMER B (Begins Wednesday, July 1 and Ends Tuesday, August 25)
BIB105 Old Testament Survey (Dr. Taehyun Lee)
BIB215 Luke and Acts (Dr. Doug Chapman)
BIB313 Pauline Epistles (Professor Jonathan Burtram)
COM101 Speech Communication (Professor Jenell Sanford)
ENG102 Composition and Literature (Professor Christopher Liverman)
GEN102 Orientation and Library Resources (Dr. Ron DeBerry)
HIS220 History of the Christian Church (Dr. Don Kammer)
MIN212 Personal Christian Ethics (Professor Mark Ackerman)
MIN245 Principles of Christian Leadership Development (Dr. Brandon Pardekooper)
THE212 Theology I: Spirit-Empowered Theology (Professor Martin Monacell)
THE301 Theology II: Word and Doctrine (Dr. Taehyun Lee)
Not sure about taking on a full academic load, but hesitant to step away completely? Summer is a great opportunity to make meaningful progress by tackling practicum requirements – logging volunteer service hours in your local church under the mentorship of lead pastors and Ascent College faculty.
The following 16-week practicums will be available to complete from Summer A through Summer B:
PRA100 Practicum I (Rev. Mark Freeman)
PRA101 Psychology Practicum I (Professor LaDawn Emery)
PRA200 Practicum II (Rev. Mark Freeman)
PRA210 Musical Instrument Practicum (Rev. Karen Clark)
PRA304 Practicum III (Rev. Mark Freeman)
PRA306 Practicum IV (Rev. Mark Freeman)
PRA310 Worship Team Practicum (Rev. Karen Clark)
PRA401 Practicum V (Pastor John Ponder)
PRA402 Practicum VI (Pastor John Ponder)
PRA403 Vocal Skills Practicum (Rev. Karen Clark)
Reach out to your academic advisor today to share your Summer plans and get registered for classes. Remember, students are encouraged to explore any course that sparks their interest, even if it falls outside their declared degree plan. Don’t hesitate to inquire about available offerings at any time.
Auditing is also a great option for those seeking a more flexible experience. Auditors can engage with course materials at a reduced cost, without the pressure of submitting assignments or receiving grades.